# Hog cycle

China’s Pork Market Signals Rebound as Beijing Tightens the Reins on Supply

China's hog prices have rebounded to a key threshold of 10 RMB per kilogram, driven by supply-side tightening and aggressive government intervention. As Beijing shifts the industry toward 'high-quality development' and enforces strict sow population targets, the market is preparing for a seasonal recovery in the second half of 2026.